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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 9 Top 11: Billboard #1 Hits


Last week, we said a fond farewell to the amiable talent known as Lacey Brown.  Lacey seems like a lovely and talented young lady and if you haven’t yet enjoyed her performance and interview session on Ellen, you can do so here on Ellen Degeneres’ website. This week the Top 11, known as Aaron Kelly, Andrew […]

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A Masterclass Review Of Katie Stevens- Wild Horses Studio Version American Idol 9 Top 12


Well, sorry to burst anyone’s bubble, but, after hearing this ITunes performance of “Wild Horses” from Top 11 American Idol 9 Finalist Katie Stevens, methinks this talented young lady is going to be around for a while. Her voice is wonderfully refined and, yet, she has a natural inclination to artistically bend and mold her […]

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Lacey Brown Speaks To Ellen About Her American Idol Elimination


A merican Idol Season 9 Top 12 Contestant, Lacey Brown, recently spoke to Ellen Degeneres about her recent elimination from the show. She was invited by Ellen to appear on the ELLEN show and spoke candidly about her American Idol experience. Additionally, she gave an amazing performance on the ELLEN show, superbly accompanied by American […]

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My New Favorite Thing: Jamie Cullum On Ellen


      Oh be still my heart – why can’t we discover this level of talent on American Idol?  I have been waiting to see a cross-genre artist on American Idol and it looks like it just isn’t going to happen.  I thought this was the direction that Adam Lambert was moving toward during Season 8, […]

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Ryan Seacrest Spoiler Ignites Twitter Revolt


This article makes me laugh. I love Ryan because he is a fellow “tweeter”. Plus he shares my grandson’s name!  A revolt?  Okay – whatever turns your crank. How dare he share Idol informstion before the show airs on the West Coast? (MCL says sarcastically).  Ryan Seacrest spoiler ignites Twitter revolt Posted using ShareThis

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Alex Lambert And Lilly Scott On Ellen DeGeneres


Ellen Degeneres is very generes with her support and made sure that eliminated Top 16 semi-finalists from American Idol Season 9, Alex Lambert and Lilly Scott, had their moment to shine. On her program, they charmed Ellen and the audience with their wonderful personalities and undeniable musical talents. Now have a “look-see” at what could […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 12 Results Show


Who is not excited to see American Idol Season 7 winner David Cook perform on the Results Show tonight?  Finally, we are treated to some Cookie love and the Top 12 can witness what it takes to become the next American Idol. I hope to update this blog topic as the one-hour telecast unfolds. I […]

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American Idol Season 9 Top 12 Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread: The Music Of The Rolling Stones


After weeks of auditions, performances, heartbreak and triumph, we are finally down to the to the Top 12 American Idol Season 9 Finalists.  And they are: Aaron Kelly,  Andrew Garcia, Casey James, Crystal Bowersox, Didi Benami,  Katie Stevens, Lacey Brown, Lee Dewyze, Michael Lynche,  Paige Miles,  Siobhan Magnus and Tim Urban.  This season is shaping up to be a replication of American Idol Season […]

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Katharine McPhee’s Backstage With Bryan Interview


I thought I would add a blog topic featuring Katharine McPhee’s Backstage With Bryan interview. It was filmed after her outstanding performance of her new single,“Terrified”, on the Tonight Show With Jay Leno. The number was written by American Idol Judge Kara DioGuardi. Katharine’s voice and presence continues to impress me; she is an extraordinary […]

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Masterclass Video Of The Day: The Christmas Can Can By Straight No Chaser


Special thanks to one of my readers, ReReader, for sending me this hilarious and exceptionally well-performed music by Straight No Chaser. You can visit their YouTube.Com page here. But, until then enjoy the video below.  It is a guaranteed “day -brightener“.

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American Idol Star, Jason Castro, Announces His Engagement To????


Mandy Mayhall is one lucky lady. She ‘s the sweet young thing that stole American Idol Season 7 star Jason Castro’s heart. According to numerous blog sources, Jason proposed to Mandy during a Halloween celebration yesterday prior to an Oklahoma – Kansas State football game in Norman, Oklahoma. I haven’t received additional information about the […]

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Adam Lambert Newsletter: Courtesy Of Sony, 19 and RCA Records


NEWS EVENTS VIDEO PHOTOS COMMUNITY Collector’s Edition Available For Pre-Order! Visit AdamOfficial.com to pre-order Adam’s amazing new For Your Entertainment Collector’s Edition!  This amazing collection includes: -Adam’s debut CD -Exclusive 16 page Photo Book -Instant download of Adam’s new single -2 exclusive bonus tracks available for download on release date (Nov. 23)! Download Adam’s New […]

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Happy Glamoween Everybody!


Halloween will never be the same. We have inherited a new spokesperson for this very popular holiday – Adam Glambert aka American Idol Season 8 runner-up, Adam Lambert. His fan base, lovingly known as “The Glamberts“, have propelled this extraordinarily talented young man to superstardom. His eccentric and campy persona, coupled with his sublime, innovative […]

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A Masterclass Review of David Archuleta’s Christmas From The Heart


I finally managed to find some “me” time to savor the golden voice of David Archuleta in his wonderful Christmas recording, “Christmas From The Heart”. As expected, David’s vocal artistry, combined with his magical team of musicians and arrangers, offer the listener fresh, exciting arrangements to these popular Christmas songs and carols. Here is a […]

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Jason Castro: “Let’s Just Fall In Love Again”


Want to hear Jason Castro’s new single “Let’s Just Fall In Love Again?”    Well, I guarantee that you will not be disappointed – the song is young, fresh, playful and chock full of all the wonderful elements that we have come to know and love about Jason Castro. Jason is real; he is fully sincere […]

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Michael Jackson Medley: A Visual Phenomenon


This talented young man, Sam Tsui, took multiple videos of himself and the result is a phenomenal video presentation of Michael Jackson’s music. The multiple videos were layered to create the final, extraordinary visual product. I believe that the gentleman on the far left is the producer, Kurt Schneider.

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Michael Jackson, Sammy Davis Jr Tribute – You Were There


This beautiful video of the late Michael Jackson singing to the legendary Sammy Davis Jr. brought both a smile to my face and tears to my eyes. Sammy Davis Jr. was dying of cancer at the time and Michael’s poignant performance is just exquisite in so many ways. Nothing more needs to be added to […]

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David Archuleta’s Performance On The ALMA Awards


First of all, I would like to thank my adorable 3.75 year-old granddaughter and 34-year-old daughter for giving me a lovely cold virus. Their generosity is truly remarkable in that it has forced me to stay away from the computer and this website over the past couple of days. But, we are a close and […]

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Katharine McPhee: Say Goodbye Now Available On ITunes


This is a beautiful song by an exceptional vocal artist. Katharine McPhee’s career deserves greater attention and, hopefully, her new album – due to drop in January 2010 -will catapult her career to the level that she so deserves. Below, you will hear a song from her upcoming CD! Copyright © 2008. MasterclassLady.Com. All rights […]

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Updates For The Week Of September 13th, 2009


I will be away visiting my daughter and her family for most of this week. She and her husband are expecting another baby at the end of September, so this is a very exciting time for all of us. The picture in this blog topic was a quick photo from our last visit and that […]

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